This episode of "Missouri Mayhem, Mystery and Murder" delves into the tragic story of Nicholas and Justin Diemel, two brothers from Wisconsin who were victims of a deceitful cattle fraud scheme. The brothers, known for their hard work and integrity, were lured into a business deal with Garland Joseph Nelson, a man with a history of cattle fraud. The episode uncovers the brothers' journey to Missouri to resolve a business dispute, only to face a grim fate at the hands of Nelson. The narrative explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the devastating impact of unchecked fraud, culminating in a heartfelt reflection on the lives lost and the communities forever changed.

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Resources:

Federal & State Legal Documents

1. U.S. Department of Justice – Western District of Missouri “Braymer Man Sentenced to 32 Years for Cattle Fraud Scheme That Led to Murders.” (Press Release, April 24, 2023)
2. U.S. Department of Justice – Western District of Missouri “Cattle Fraud Scheme Resulted in Two Murders.” (Press Release, May 18, 2021)
3. U.S. Federal Court Records – Western District of Missouri Case filings related to mail fraud, firearm possession, and supervised release violations.
4. Missouri State Court Records State murder charges, plea agreements, sentencing transcripts, and pre-sentence investigation reports.

Major News Outlets

1. CBS News “32 more years in prison for Missouri man who killed brothers.” April 25, 2023.
2. Kansas City Star Multiple investigative articles on Nelson, farm operations, the brothers’ disappearance, and legal proceedings (2019–2023 coverage).
3. Associated Press “Missouri man pleads guilty to killing Wisconsin brothers.” April 21, 2022. “Missouri rancher sentenced in disappearance of two brothers.”
4. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (Wisconsin) In-depth coverage on Nicholas and Justin Diemel, their business, their disappearance, and courtroom developments.